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Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub

Beachfront vacation home near Kure Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Kure Beach, NC
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kure Beach

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Kure Beach and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Coquina Outcrop and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Fisher State Recreation Area - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Coquina Outcrop - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kure Beach Pier - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kate's Pancake House - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub

Summary:

Virtual Tour:

Dolphin Watch



Updates for 2026 -

Fresh Paint inside!!

New Pool Tile and Decking

New Hot Tub

Best Vacation Home in Kure Beach!!





Oceanfront Beach House - Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator.



Cleaning Fee Includes:

Departure Clean

Linens

Beds Made

Towel, Hand Towel and Wash Cloth Per Person for Total Occupancy

Starter Toiletry Set (1 roll TP, 1 Roll Paper Towels, Starter Soaps and Shampoo)



The Space:

Dolphin Watch is rated as a LUXURY property Don`t miss your chance to vacation at one of the nicest properties that Kure Beach has to offer. Dolphin Watch is a magnificent oceanfront vacation rental property and has been part of vacation-making memories for 17 years!! Now it's your turn. We will see you soon!!

Rated in the Top 1% of Homes in Kure/Carolina Beach



GENERAL:

- Complimentary Wi-Fi

- Central Air & Heat

- Private Beach Access & Walkway

- Private Pool with 8 Lounge Chairs -We do not close the pool and it is

heated during the months of March, April, May, September and October

- Pool Dimensions: 14' x 24', 3.5ft shallow, 5ft deep

- Hot Tub

- Elevator Accesses All Levels

- 2 One Car Garages

- Large Driveway for Additional Parking

- 3 Oceanfront Decks/Patio

- Gas & Charcoal Grills

- Outdoor Shower

- 6 Beach Chairs

- Boogie Boards



TOP DECK:

- Oceanfront, Beautiful Views!

Seating for 4

- Accessed by 3rd Level Foyer & 2 Oceanfront Master Bedrooms



MIDDLE DECK:

- Oceanfront, Ocean Views & Overlooks Pool

- 2 Tables, Seats up to 12 Total

- Accessed by Living Room & 2nd Floor Master Bedroom



GROUND POOL/PATIO:

- Ocean View, Eye Level with Pool

- Beach Chairs

- Outdoor Shower (not enclosed)

- Accessed by Ground Level Foyer & 2 Ground Level Bedrooms



KITCHEN & DINING ROOM:

- Ocean Views, Street-Side

- 2nd Floor Dining Table with Seating for 10

- Kitchen Bar with Seating for 6

- Refrigerator 2-12 Cup Drip Coffee Makers

Kuerig

- 2 Blenders

- 2 Dishwashers

- Flat Cook Top Stove

- 2 Ovens

- Wet Bar

- Handheld Mixer

- Microwave

- Large Oversized Roasting Pot

- Teapot

- 4 Piece Toaster



LIVING ROOM:

- Oceanfront, 2nd Floor

- Seating for 10

- Streaming TV

- Ceiling Fan



LAUNDRY AREAS:

- One on 2nd Floor & One on 3rd Floor

- 2 Top Loading Washers

- 2 Front Loading Dryers

- 1 Iron & Board



3rd FLOOR COMMON AREA:

- Oceanfront, 3rd Floor

- Large Hall Closet

- Access to 3rd Floor Deck



MASTER SUITE:

- #1 Oceanfront, 3rd Floor

- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Garden Tub & Stand-up -- --

- Shower w/ Glass Door

- King Bed

- Flat Screen TV with Cable

- Ceiling Fan

- Alarm Clock

- Private Access to Oceanfront 3rd Floor Deck



MASTER SUITE #2:

- Oceanfront, 3rd Floor

- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub & Stand-up - - --

- Shower w/ Glass Door

- King Bed

- Flat Screen TV with Cable

- Ceiling Fan Alarm Clock Private Access to 3rd Floor Oceanfront Deck -



- MASTER SUITE #3 Street-side, 3rd Floor

- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub & Stand-up -

- Shower w/ Glass Door

- King Bed

- Flat Screen Smart TV with Cable

- Ceiling Fan

- Alarm Clock



MASTER SUITE #4:

- Oceanfront, 2nd Floor

- Private Bathroom with Double Vanity Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub & Stand-up -

- Shower w/ Glass Door

- King Bed

- Flat Screen TV with Cable

- Ceiling Fan

- Alarm Clock

- Private Access to Oceanfront 2nd Floor Deck



BEDROOM #5:

- Oceanfront, Ground Level

- 1st Floor Shared Bathroom Stand-up Shower w/ Glass Door

- King Bed

- TV with Cable

- Ceiling Fan

- Alarm Clock

- Private Access to Oceanfront Ground Floor Patio



BEDROOM #6:

- Street-Side, 2nd Floor Shared Bathroom with Common Area with a - -

- Shower/Tub Combo w/ Glass Door

- 2 Twin Beds

- Flat Screen TV

- Ceiling Fan

- Alarm Clock



BEDROOM #7:

- Oceanfront, Ground Level

- 1st Floor Shared Bathroom with a Stand-up Shower w/ Glass Door

- 2 Twin Beds

- Flat Screen TV with Cable

- Ceiling Fan

- Alarm Clock

- Private Access to Oceanfront Ground Floor Patio



Pleasure Island Properties Firm License #C10887



Guest Access:

Remote/Keyless Entry



The Neighborhood:

Located in the Fort Fisher area of Kure Beach

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Must be 25 years or older NO SMOKING NO Pets - We live locally and any guest that is found to have a pet will be asked to leave immediately.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.5 mi (45-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub to downtown Kure Beach?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from Kure Beach.

Dolphin Watch - 7Br - Oceanfront - Pool/Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Really enjoyed our weekend there. Views are incredible and the house is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

misong k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, well appointed property made our weeklong family vacation one to remember.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Himanshu D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home exactly as it is pictured I'm the listing. Well maintained. Has all the necessities in the kitchen for making meals and entertaining. Host is very responsive and helpful. Great location on the beach and within a mile of restaurants and entertainment.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and good location. We had an awesome vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host and house!

We loved this house, the location, the host, everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was excellent. The house was clean and spacious. The view was exceptional. The pool was delightful. Each morning we woke up to chairs and umbrellas being set up on the shore for us to enjoy. I loved the kitchen which was open and contained everything we needed. And I loved having a laundry on the two top floors; that was very convenient.I think we spent most of our time enjoying the decks overlooking the pool and ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House and Wonderful Trip

Great property in a great location. Very well kept and I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay in a beautiful location!

Even though the weather didn't cooperate, the place was so beautiful inside that we still had a wonderful family stay. Great communication and comfortable stay with our extended family. Kids loved the pool and access to the beach. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Families

We had a wonderful stay at Dolphin Watch with our family of 16 ranging in age from 7 to 85 years old. The elevator was nice for my elderly parents. The pool and location on the beach were perfect with the high temps last week. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was fully stocked, and plenty of nice restaurants nearby. Jim, the owner, could not have been easier to work with and was quick to respond to texts. He even provided chair/umbrella set-up on the beach daily for us. Highly recommend booking this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating Moms 90th Birthday

Mr.Kitts was so considerate and his home is absolutely stunning! It was even nicer than the advertised pictures due to recent updates. He checked on us to see if we had everything to make our time enjoyable. This home and location is so well equipped and the sunrises were simply amazing! Would definitely put this property at the top of my list for future stays!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tennis Ladies

My ladies tennis team had a wonderful stay at this property. The house was clean, large enough to easily accommodate 15 people, and was in a great location. The host communicated with me throughout our stay and was helpful when we needed extra space for parking. We also loved that so many bedrooms and the main living space had spectacular ocean views. We would definitely stay here again and recommend this property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for work retreat!

Fantastic location, right on the beach with gorgeous views through large windows. Great for watching the sunrise. Was very happy with the abundance of seating and extra large dining table which was perfect for meals and discussions during our retreat. Beds were comfortable and hearing the surf added soothing white noise to help with sleep! Jim was very responsive and helped with a special request that worked out perfectly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful Kure Beach home! Our large family group of 12 adults and 9 kids fit perfectly, and the house never felt crowded. The layout was ideal for a big group, with plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, and spacious common area where everyone could gather comfortably.The kitchen was well-stocked and made cooking for a crowd so easy, and we loved having a large oversized dining space to enjoy meals together. The kids especially loved the rooms, pool and ping pong table, while the adults enjoyed the decks with ocean views and space to relax.The location couldn’t be better—just steps from the beach, so it was easy to go back and forth with the kids throughout the day. We also appreciated how clean and well-maintained everything was upon arrival, and the host was responsive and helpful throughout our stay.This home gave us the perfect backdrop for making family memories—whether it was morning coffee watching the sunrise, beach days full of fun, or evenings gathered together. We highly recommend this property for any large family or group looking for a perfect beach getaway.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Week at the Beach

Our family of 11 (9 adults, 2 kids) had an awesome, week long stay at the Dolphin Watch. Jim went above and beyond to make our vacation enjoyable and stress free. A few things I’d like to note; the kitchen was very well stocked, the toiletries provided were great and the place was clean. As an unexpected bonus, Jim had beach chairs and umbrellas set up for us each day!! Jim arranged for us to have an early check in and personally went back to the house to search for and mail items we left behind after checkout. We were very impressed and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

We had a group of family members with us for a week ranging in age from 9 to 71. The accommodations were top notch. Wonderful to have the pool and beach right out our door. PLENTY of room, even when we hosted a BBQ dinner for a total of 21 people. The kitchen and seating are expansive and the kitchen well stock with all the pots/pans/dishes/appliances you need. The bedrooms are great and wonderful listening to the waves literally all night from the oceanside rooms. Bathrooms were great size. The elevator was great for moving things in and out. Our host, Jim, was incredible! He was right back to me with any questions. Great location being not far from Fort Fisher Park and the aquarium. You are out of the hustle bustle but close to everything. The pool was perfect and maintain by a pool man I think twice during the week. Hot tub was an added benefit. Having three floors was great. Young kids had bedrooms on the first level and the "old people" were on the third floor, nice and quiet. We would return without hesitation. You really can't beat it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in Kure Beach!

We vacation every other year with our children, grandchildren and extended family. We had a large group ranging from 3-62! It was a full house, yet we didn’t feel on top of one another. Plenty of spaces to separate. The house was clean, very well stocked with kitchen equipment and a had generous supply of paper towels, dishwasher and dish detergents. The bathrooms were also well stocked. Plenty of eating space for large groups. Our son even made his famous homemade meatballs, pasta (brought his own pasta board) and sauce for the whole group! The oceanfront views were stunning, especially from the two oceanfront bedrooms on the third floor! We are already missing the porch swing on the second floor deck! Plenty of outside seating on the decks and at the pool. The 3 beach umbrellas and 6 chairs set up every am was a much appreciated surprise! Plenty of parking space out front as well! We had 6 vehicles easily parked in the driveway.Jim was great to communicate with, responding timely with and any questions or concerns. We were also pleasantly surprised with Kure Beach. Much quieter and laid back atmosphere than we are used to which we really enjoyed. There is more activity just down the road in Carolina Beach. Close to Wilmington, and also Southport via the ferry. Would definitely recommend Kure Beach and Dolphin Watch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is your next vacation rental - you can stop looking

Stop! Stop scrolling, stop looking for your vacation home – you’ve FOUND IT!! This home is everything you could ever want in a vacation experience. Just steps & I mean steps from your private beach access you are on the sand. It’s so close to the gorgeous water that when you look out the windows you feel like you’re on a cruise ship. Your unobstructed view provides stunning vistas. The pictures are true to the home. The kitchen is open & perfect for family gatherings as it opens to the living room. Plus the bedrooms are expansive & beautifully appointed. The diff. bed types allow for various sleeping arrangements. The views on the beach side of the house are breathtaking. There are also washers & dryers on the 2nd & 3rd floors. The heated pool is fabulous. We went in Oct and it was delightful to take a dip in the afternoon and not be struck by freezing cold water. The pool is a perfect size and the very short beach access ramp is right there. Have no fear about the little ones – there are gates. Then the hot tub! So great to take a soak and gaze out over the water. There are also several beach chairs, toys and other fun stuff provided. There is a additional large fridge in one of the garages. The elevator is such a great feature. Not only to bring in your luggage/groceries but in case you have some people with mobility challenges. This house was so wonderful that we never left. We enjoyed the beach, the stunning views, the pool, the hot tub, and the board games. All fantast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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